Dental care tips

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Gum disease is a common phenomenon among Canadians. According to the Canadian Dental Association, "Seven out of 10 Canadians will face gum disease at some point in their life. Gum disease is the most common problem adults face, but gum disease can begin at just about any age..". It is something that develops slowly and most people notice the severity of the condition at an advanced stage. They then stand a huge risk of losing their teeth. The bacteria causing gum disease attacks the gum tissue, damaging it and causing teeth loss.

Let us take a look at some of the common gum diseases, their early signs and causes.

1) GingivitisIf you experience red, swollen and bleed gums, then you might be suffering from gingivitis. It is the mildest form of gum disease. At this stage, there is no pain or discomfort due to which most of us ignore these symptoms. It is imperative that you visit the dentist as and when you notice these early signs of gum disease. With proper dental treatment and oral hygiene, you can reverse the effects of gingivitis.

2) Chronic Periodontal DiseaseThis is an extension of gum disease. Chronic Periodontitis is a severe gum disease where the tooth’s attachment is destroyed. The symptoms include redness, swelling, bleedings, pockets deeper than 5 mm, bone destruction, and space between teeth. You can prevent chronic periodontal disease by treating the early signs of gingivitis.

3) Period-endo LesionThis is another form of periodontal disease. The dental pulp, nerves, and blood vessels are all attached and linked to the tissues surrounding the tooth. Sometimes an infection of the root of the tooth can advance to the gingiva. This can happen the other way round as well. Therefore, it becomes necessary to opt for dual treatment – endodontic treatment and periodontal treatment.

4) Necrotizing Periodontal DiseaseThis is a rare condition is seen mostly among HIV patients, immunosuppression patients, people affected by malnutrition, chronic stress, and chain smokers. Necrosis refers to tissue death and affects the periodontal ligament, gingival tissues, and alveolar bone.

5) Gingival RecessionQuite often periodontitis, aggressive brushing leads to the neck of the tooth getting exposed. This means the gingival tissue has receded. This makes the tooth look elongated and aesthetically unappealing. A visit to your Edmonton emergency dentist can help you get rid of this issue.

If you have been suffering from any of the above gum diseases, then you can consider visiting an Edmonton Emergency Dentist at our clinic. We have an expert team of dentists out if which some are specialized in periodontics.

We are here to help you, any time, any day. When your dental health is at risk, we will do everything we can to make sure that you're treated as soon as possible. While dental emergencies are rare, they can happen, and it's important to know how to take care of your teeth no matter what. ​Dental emergencies can be quite frightening and often painful. Without prompt treatment, the pain caused by dental emergencies almost always gets worse and dental issues can become seriously affect overall health and well-being. Prompt treatment is almost always required to relieve pain, to ensure the teeth have the best possible chance of survival, and to avoid further dental and medical complications.

What is a dental emergency?Dental emergencies can have many causes, including accidents, sports-related injuries, tooth decay and infection. You may have a dental emergency if you have any of the following:

a traumatic injury to your mouth, jaw or teeth

severe pain that you cannot control with over-the-counter pain medication